Rock Lobster

Men's Size Chart (Regular Fit XXL)

Regular Fit

Middle-of-the-road comfort for all-purpose riding. Not too tight or too loose - just right for most cyclists in most conditions.

S

M

L

XL

XXL

Height

163 - 172 cm5’ 4” - 5’ 8”

169 - 178 cm5’ 6” - 5’ 10”

175 - 185 cm5’ 9” - 6’ 1”

183 - 191 cm6’ 0” - 6’ 3”

185 - 193 cm6’ 1” - 6’ 4”

Chest

91 - 97 cm36” - 38”

98 - 104 cm39 - 41”

105 - 111 cm42 - 44”

112 - 118 cm44 - 46”

118 - 122 cm46 - 48”

Waist

73 - 79 cm29 - 31”

80 - 86 cm32 - 34”

87 - 93 cm35 - 37”

94 - 100 cm37 - 39”

101 - 115 cm40 - 45”

Hips

87 - 95 cm34 - 37”

96 - 103 cm38 - 41”

104 - 111 cm41 - 44”

112 - 120 cm44 - 47”

114 - 122 cm45 - 48”

The chart is a guide only. If you fall in-between sizes, the right size for you will depend on your body shape and how loose or tight you like to wear your clothes. It's no hassle to swap an item, if your first choice is not the best fit.

$129.00 NZD

Colour

Azure Blue

Limelight

Silver

Size

M

L

XL

S

XXL

Qty

This colour/size is temporarily out of stock. For orders placed today we'll get one to you in about a week... or consider another colour if you can't wait.

Avoid being boiled alive when the sun turns up the volume. The Rock Lobster boasts its own theme song for company, plus a stand-up collar and long sleeves for shade on those long exposed days on the road.

A lightweight summer fabric packed with technology to keep you cool and dry as. The bi-component knit backs a sharp-looking polyester outer with a smooth layer of nano-charcoal polyester against your skin. Nano-charcoal disperses sweat to accelerate evaporation and is naturally anti-microbial to fight nasty smells. The fabric dries at the speed of light - great when reduced to hand washing on tour - and even performs its quick-drying magic in the wet under a rain jacket.

HyperActive's UPF 50+ rating extends your no-burn time by 50 times over bare skin. Designs with a stand-up collar and long sleeves maximise protection from the sun's UV rays. Yank 'em up if it gets too stifling.

Ground Effect tops are cut with extra length in the back... and in the sleeves too. So when you stretch out in search of the perfect downhill position, neither your shirttail or sleeves will ride-up to expose your back or wrists to the elements.

Ground Effect clothing is crafted right here in New Zealand. Has been ever since we started back in 1994. Manufacturing locally works for us. We operate a quick-response system - holding minimal stock of any one item, but churning out a few more quick-smart when the pile gets low. The upshot is that we are seldom caught with our shelves empty, so orders get despatched the same day you place them.

The cold-water varieties have little enzymes that are super-charged to brave the cold but can damage technical fabrics and cause skin irritation.

Bleach rots natural fibres like merino, strips the dye, attacks laminates of waterproof fabrics and can also cause skin irritation.

Sodium Percarbonate (the main ingredient in oxygen whitener) can make colours run.

Fabric softener and stuff containing it like wool wash destroys the water repellent finish on waterproof and water resistant fabrics, and can cause colours to run.

As a rule of thumb, a product that is easy on the planet is also easy on your body. Select a mild plant-based soap like Ecover, Ecostore, Earthwiseor Aware.

Hand washing is sometimes the only option on tour, but a washing machine rinses more thoroughly and is preferable if you have the choice.

Most Ground Effect gear dries super-fast so hanging on the line or drooping over the bedpost is generally the best option. High heat can damage some fabrics so if you do take your threads for a spin, set the device on 'medium' or 'warm' rather than hot. A lap in the dryer is recommended for your rain jacket, after it has dried on the line, as it helps recharge its water repellent finish.

Rock Lobster review

As I have skin that doesn't like too much sun I prefer to ride in long sleeves summer & winter It is very difficult to find a long sleeved jersey that is designed for summer use, but the Rock Lobster is.
Having ridden in it over the last few weeks I have found it to be excellent. The high collar protects my red neck while the breathable fabric helps to keep me cool.
Having bought other Ground Effect products over the years I know they are not the cheapest but they are among the best.

Rock Lobster number 4

I have been using my 4th Rock Lobster for a few weeks now and I am very pleased with it. The slightly loose fit, collar and long sleeves are great during the long hot summer. I have worn out 3 previous RL over 10+ years. I wear them a lot, in fact my favourite top. Very comfortable in the southern au heat. The latest RL uses a new material that seems softer than the earlier RL and it seems to work very well and it is even more comfortable. No need for sun screen on the arms and the collar gives the neck protection. Still my favourite top.